Schärpfi, Meiringen

Fen8 haObject number 252

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Schärpfi (Fen)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Fen Schärpfi.

Location and surroundings

Schärpfi is a fen in Switzerland. The site lies near Meiringen in the canton of BE. It covers 8 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number 252. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Schärpfi?

Schärpfi lies near Meiringen in the canton of BE. The coordinates are 46.7117, 8.1325.

How large is Schärpfi?

The site covers 8 ha according to the federal inventory.

Fen: what is it?

Fens are fed by groundwater or slope water and host many specialised plant and animal species.

Is Schärpfi protected?

Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.

Which town is Schärpfi in?

Schärpfi lies near Meiringen (BE). The town page collects every protected site around Meiringen.

Which protected sites are near Schärpfi?

The closest are Chaltenbrunnenmoor – Wandelalp (1 km), Turen/Chaltenbrunnen/Stäckewäldli (1 km) and Turen/Chaltenbrunnen/Stäckewäld (1 km).